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You leave the cavalry stables on foot and enter the grand central square of Valus. Several streets and avenues converge at this point. Quang says that you should head for the banks of the estuary but he is unfamiliar with the waterfront precinct of the town. He asks Deng, who is a native of Valus, to suggest the best route to take. The Watcher stares at the flagstones and does not respond. He is still deeply shocked by Chao’s death and is lost in grief. Quang turns to you and asks if your Kai skills can be used to determine the best way to go. A signpost in the middle of the square points to three streets that lead off in an easterly direction towards the Tkukoma Estuary.

If you wish to follow the sign pointing north-east towards Xiang Street, turn to 171.

If you choose to follow the sign pointing due east to Fisherman’s Quay, turn to 196.

If you decide to follow the sign pointing south-east to Xo-lin Avenue, turn to 43.